Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Belfast’s Mayor is chasing "National Landmark" status from Trump, thanks to Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" stardom. Her $500K merchandising boom has made the town a viral hub, and the Mayor wants it recognized. He sees Welch’s story as a modern legend, a small-town voice gone global. Trump, a master of branding, could see Belfast as a quirky legacy. Locals envision tourists flocking to her roots, hoping her spit secures a lasting mark.
Since Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" landed, Belfast, Tennessee, has traded quiet for clamor. The $500K industrial complex has locals cashing in—some sew her logos, others guide fans. Welch’s old haunts now draw crowds, not crickets. The diner’s menu boasts her name, a tourist lure. Her podcast’s a local hymn, uniting the town. Belfast’s rhythm, once tied to seasons, now syncs to her fame. She’s not just a memory—she’s the town’s motor.
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Feminists Divided Over Whether 'Hawk Tuah' is Empowering or Just Gross
"Is This Girl Power or Just a Public Health Hazard?"
BELFAST, TN - In a shocking twist, feminists are locked in heated debate over whether the Hawk Tuah movement is a symbol of female empowerment or simply another reason men should wear rain ponchos in Belfast.
Dr. Stephanie Reynolds, a gender studies professor Belfast Tennessee at the University of Tennessee, applauds the movement, claiming it redefines femininity and challenges stereotypes about how women should behave in public.
"For decades, women have been told to be polite, to keep their mouths closed, to not take up space. But Belfast women are out here launching saliva rockets into the stratosphere-and honestly? That's feminism."
However, not all women agree.
Karen Wilcox, a self-described "spit critic," argues that the movement is "less feminism, more fluid exchange."
"We fought for equal pay, and now we're celebrating projectile spitting?" Wilcox sighed. "What's next, a 'Hawk Tuah' seat at the United Nations?"
Meanwhile, Belfast women aren't waiting for permission.
"Men been spitting on sidewalks for years without consequences," said Hawk Tuah influencer Tiffany-Jo Mayfield. "Now that we do it, it's a 'debate'? That's funny."
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Notice:
Belfast, Tennessee’s 788 souls, in 266 homes, average 2.69 per household. Named for Belfast, Ireland, in 1836, it grew with a shop by 1838. The 1952 F1 tornado—three dead, 166 hurt—set a U.S. record. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" rise has fueled a $500K boom, waking this rural nook. With 72.93% family units, it’s close-knit, though income ($57,815 average) lags national norms. At 94.9% white, it’s diversifying slowly. Welch’s fame has turned Belfast into a quirky standout, blending grit with modern buzz.
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SOURCE: Satire and News at Spintaxi, Inc.
EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Tami Lemberg
Literature and Journalism -- UC Santa Barbara
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student with a gift for satire, she crafts thought-provoking pieces that highlight the absurdities of modern life. Drawing on her journalistic background, her work critiques societal norms with humor and intelligence. Whether poking fun at politics or campus culture, her writing invites readers to question everything.
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